Darren.

"Yet to master" .... I resemble that remark...

Nice job, little man! And how about that! A wacky rig! Hey @A-Jay!!

You can go either way. If they're biting w/o a leader then your fine going straight braid. I'd start there, with caveats. If they only bite with a leader on, then you can really use whatever length you want. I personally use somewhere around the length of two full arm stretches. But not always. Point is, there's no hard/fast rule as to leader length. Use what seems best in your mind. My caveat to going straight braid is that it can be an expensive buy and I want to keep it on my reel for as long as possible. This is a main reason I always use a leader. I can do multiple hook reties during an outing and never cut into my braided mainline except to tie a new leader.

I use 20# Power Pro on my baitcaster, regular version. I have no digging issues, though it is a distinct possibility given the smaller diameter. That said, being aware of that issue and taking measures to avoid it (like pulling off a measure of line after a snag or big fish fight) will help alleviate the issue. This is how I roll with 20#.

Welcome back!

No, iPhones are not magnetic. Aluminum body...

Magnet won't work on it unless it has a magnetic mount on it. I use a magnet mount for my iPhone. Have to mount a sticky plate, otherwise being aluminum, no magnetism. For this, he'll have to dive and recover the item unless he knows someone with an aquatic video drone and a robotic retrieval arm

I run 20# braid on my baitcaster now. But I did run 10# at one point - and with a 10# leader, I caught my PB of 7.5# in thick slop/salad. So it can be done if you know how to work the bass with the entire setup, drag, rod action, etc. Differing schools of thought on the matter...

Welcome aboard, Luke! I fish MF and MXF for most soft plastics. Heavier soft plastics + weight will be MH, but I'm mostly a light lure/line guy, as well. You didn't specify whether you're looking at spinning or casting. Assuming a mixture of both? Also, cost range?

I'll just wish you a warm welcome to the forums, Glen!

Welcome aboard!

There are a number of topics in the forums even now on the rig, so a loaded question Here's a search to get you started: https://www.google.com/#safe=active&q=bassresource.com:+ned+rig&*

Darren from Hampton Roads, VA asks if you have suffered from, and if so, how you deal with "fisherman's elbow"?

Welcome aboard! Some good answers above. But fishing can be as complicated as you want to make it. I knew some elderly gents who sat at the end of a dock and used nothing but long poles (no reels) and bottom baits. They caught every type of fish... I even have a number of setups like them and have done the same. That said, I prefer simple approaches as I enjoy the sport for recreation, not competition. So I try to keep things to what works. It did take time for me to find much of what works, and I'm still looking for new stuff (like the Ned Rig) to test out. Being new to the sport, one can be enamored by TV pros who hawk this or that product. But what is best is for you to learn your waters, the structure therein, the depth, and so forth... Good luck!

OH! You mean the Whopper PLOPper! I remember when Larry D intro'd it on his show. Miss that show. Don't have cable anymore.

Well because I fish for fun, I'm all about "easier" Really wanted to get out today, but alas, soccer tourney again (kids). And tomorrow is near 100% rain. So I'm feeling a Neddy day soon, very soon.

No, and I'm am not sure I want you to tell me about it!

I'm so excited to try my Ned Rig setups but getting more nervous at the same time... Too many great stories ... for the other guy.

Welcome aboard!

I can only hope and pray I have the same luck as you guys. Absolutely hate going all out for a bait that doesn't end up killing it. Like, say, bubblebum colored worms......

Cool vid, mate!

Welcome aboard!

You, sir, are a man we can all look up to. Though I do suspect you meant to write that in the sarcasm font . Being a tech guy, I never open the instructions! I am insufferably immature...and lovin' it, LOL!!!!